Composite Assembly Technician - Night-Shift

Arrow McLaren IndyCar; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren Racing is seeking a Composite Assembly Technician to join our composites facility, building Formula One car sub-assemblies and components with precision. You will follow engineering drawings and instruction sheets to trim and assemble carbon fibre parts, inspect final components, and prepare parts for NDT where required.

You will contribute to continuous improvement while upholding health and safety standards, working across teams to deliver high-quality parts on tight race schedules.

Qualifications

• Experience trimming and assembling carbon fibre components.
• Ability to read and work from engineering drawings and instruction sheets.
• Practical engineering background with strong hands-on assembly skills.
• Effective problem-solving skills and ability to deliver quality work under tight timescales.
• Basic PC literacy and clear communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and assemble Formula One car sub-assemblies, main car components and associated support equipment.
• Trim and assemble carbon fibre components in line with engineering drawings and specific instruction sheets.
• Inspect completed components to ensure they meet the required quality and engineering standards.
• Complete the initial assembly of new car parts, service items returning from races and tests, and prepare components for NDT inspection.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities while following company health and safety requirements.

Skills

Carbon fibre assembly

Reading engineering drawings

Hands-on assembly

Problem solving

PC literacy & communication

Job description

As an Composite Assembly Technician, you will play a key role in the build and assembly of Formula One cars, working across multiple functions to manufacture car sub-assemblies, individual vehicle components and associated support equipment within our composites facility.

What You'll Do

• Build and assemble Formula One car sub-assemblies, main car components and associated support equipment.
• Trim and assemble carbon fibre components in line with engineering drawings and specific instruction sheets.
• Inspect completed components to ensure they meet the required quality and engineering standards.
• Complete the initial assembly of new car parts, service items returning from races and tests, and prepare components for NDT inspection.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities while following company health and safety requirements.

Company Description

At McLaren, our mission is to set the standard for high performance in sport. And everyone, in every part of the team, has a role to play.

So if you want to test your ideas with the world watching... And measure your progress in milliseconds... And play your part in racing history...

You belong here. High performance starts with you.

Qualifications

What You'll Bring

• Experience of trimming and assembling carbon fibre components.
• The ability to read and work accurately from engineering drawings and instruction sheets.
• A practical engineering background with strong hands-on assembly skills.
• Effective problem-solving skills and the ability to deliver quality work under tight timescales.
• Basic PC literacy and clear communication skills.

Personal Attributes

• A collaborative approach, with the ability to build trust and contribute to shared team goals.
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality.
• The confidence to use your initiative while taking accountability for your work.
• A calm, focused and resilient approach when working under pressure.
• A continuous improvement mindset, with the humility and drive to learn, adapt and raise performance.

Additional Information

Success in racing comes from bringing together talented people with different skills, perspectives and experiences. We're committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels supported and empowered to deliver their best work.

Every role has the potential to drive high performance. You'll be part of a team united by a shared ambition to push boundaries and embody our racing mindset. We invest in our people through opportunities to develop and grow, creating an environment where individuals and teams can thrive.
Alongside a range of wellbeing initiatives and development opportunities, we're committed to helping you build a rewarding career and make your mark at McLaren Racing.